Effectiveness of a Multidisciplinary Team-Approach on Central-Line–Associated Bloodstream Infections

• Published in: Antimicrobial stewardship & healthcare epidemiology : ASHE Vol. 1; no. S1; p. s7
• Main Authors: Suleyman, Geehan, Ahrens, Melissa, Keegan, Ann
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Cambridge Cambridge University Press 01.07.2021
• Subjects: Clabsi; Disease prevention; Infections; Multidisciplinary teams; Poster Presentation - Top Poster Award; Prevention

Background: Although there has been a significant reduction in central-line–associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) rates in the past decade with the implementation of evidence-based practices, an estimated 30,100 CLABSI occur each year in acute-care facilities. CLABSIs are associated with increas...